ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SPECIALIST-CAMPUS (4)

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A university health facility seeks an Environmental Services Specialist to perform a variety of cleaning duties on campus. Responsibilities include cleaning public and private spaces, responding to urgent situations, and maintaining cleanliness standards. Preferred candidates will have previous housekeeping experience and skills to work independently or as part of a team. The starting hourly rate is $15.00 with a flexible schedule, including early morning shifts. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to use personal computer, cell phone, tablet.
• Possess physical requirements to perform duties, including lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and major cleaning duties in public and private spaces.
• Respond to urgent cleaning needs.
• Maintain cleanliness of high-traffic areas.

Skills

Ability to read and write

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Overview

Environmental Services Specialist-Campus (4) (T230953).

Performs a variety of routine and major professional cleaning duties in public and private spaces of the university. Responds to urgent cleaning needs as a result of spills or accidents. Adheres to established schedule to maintain cleanliness standards. Uses professional cleaning products, equipment and techniques. Interacts with customers, visitors, students, coworkers and others in a friendly, helpful and professional manner. Assists other team members with daily work and special projects. Uses assigned communication device.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS TO INCLUDE:

• Performs routine and major professional cleaning duties in public and private spaces of the university. Responds to urgent cleaning needs as a result of spills or accidents. Adheres to established schedule to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Completes tasks independently, using professional cleaning techniques. Actively participates in ongoing training to maintain professional cleaning skills.
• Empties, cleans and replaces liners in waste containers daily. Coordinates removal of recycling and large waste and debris items.
• Regularly inspects and refills supply of paper, soap and other products throughout the shift to ensure supplies are available at all times.
• Maintains carpeted areas through daily vacuuming and spot treatment of stains. Maintains hard flooring and stair treads through daily sweeping, wet and/or dry mopping.
• Inspects and actively maintains cleanliness of high-traffic areas such as restrooms, breakrooms and lobby areas throughout shift. Actively maintains cleanliness of door handles, water fountains, light switches, elevator buttons and similar high-contact surfaces.
• Properly uses, stores and maintains adequate supply of equipment and cleaning products. Uses resources in a safe, cost-effective manner.
• Uses assigned communication device to read and respond to texts, emails and service requests. Interacts with customers, visitors, students, coworkers and others in a friendly, helpful and professional manner.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and write and be able to comprehend written and oral instruction
• Ability to use personal computer, cell phone, tablet or other device with limited training
• Ability to utilize email programs and applications necessary to perform job duties with limited training
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Prioritization skills

Experience: Previous housekeeping experience preferred.

Starting Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour

Work Schedule: Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including Monday - Friday, 4:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Shifts are subject to change to meet the needs of the University.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Some positions require that driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive a vehicle in performance of University business. Current underwriting guidelines include possession of a valid driver\'s license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Personal:

• Possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities of this position to include:
• Lifting and carrying a minimum of fifty (50) pounds
• Climbing stairs
• Performing tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Working within extreme temperature ranges.

Incomplete job profiles will not be processed. Please be certain to showcase depth and breadth of experience, as it relates to the needs of this job announcement.

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Primary Location

University

Job Category

Environmental Services

Organization

112309000 Building Services

Employee Status

Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

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